Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amplistipulaceum
ID:
1427591

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Torres-Colín & L.O.Alvarado

Source:
WCVP Fabaceae

Year:
2019

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa409: 216 (2019)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001443756





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Description

Desmodium amplistipulaceum (also called Broad-Stipuled Tick-Trefoil, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean. It has pink flowers and grows in dry grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Desmodium amplistipulaceum is a small, evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental in gardens and parks. It is also a popular hedge plant in temperate climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Desmodium amplistipulaceum is yellow and has five petals. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Desmodium amplistipulaceum is a perennial herb that grows up to 1m tall. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe side shoots in summer.

Where to Find Desmodium amplistipulaceum

Desmodium amplistipulaceum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Desmodium amplistipulaceum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Desmodium amplistipulaceum?

Desmodium amplistipulaceum

What type of plant is Desmodium amplistipulaceum?

Desmodium amplistipulaceum is a shrub.

Where is Desmodium amplistipulaceum found?

Desmodium amplistipulaceum is found in Mexico.

Species in the Desmodium genus

Desmodium affine, Desmodium ambiguum, Desmodium amplifolium, Desmodium angustatum, Desmodium angustifolium, Desmodium arechavaletae, Desmodium arizonicum, Desmodium batocaulon, Desmodium bellum, Desmodium bioculatum, Desmodium bridgesii, Desmodium callilepis, Desmodium campyloclados, Desmodium canaliculatum, Desmodium chartaceum, Desmodium chiapense, Desmodium cinerascens, Desmodium coloniense, Desmodium conzattii, Desmodium cordistipulum, Desmodium crassum, Desmodium cubense, Desmodium cuneatum, Desmodium delotum, Desmodium densiflorum, Desmodium denudatum, Desmodium fernaldii, Desmodium floridanum, Desmodium foliosum, Desmodium ghiesbreghtii, Desmodium glabrescens, Desmodium gracile, Desmodium grahamii, Desmodium guadalajaranum, Desmodium hartwegianum, Desmodium hassleri, Desmodium helleri, Desmodium illinoense, Desmodium infractum, Desmodium intermedium, Desmodium jaliscanum, Desmodium johnstonii, Desmodium lamprocarpum, Desmodium lavanduliflorum, Desmodium leptoclados, Desmodium limense, Desmodium lindheimeri, Desmodium longiarticulatum, Desmodium luteolum, Desmodium macrodesmum,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Leonardo O. Alvarado-Cárdenas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.O.Alvarado' in the authors string.